Software Embedded Applications Engineer

About This Role

This role involves developing complex avionics software that merges hardware and embedded applications for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The engineer will work in a high-paced environment with a cross-functional team, focusing on designing and developing software systems that utilize modern aerospace sensors and state-of-the-art UAV avionics.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality C/C++ code tailored specifically for X-Bat aircraft, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety
• Lead cross-functional teams to create systems of software features to implement advanced robotic avionics capabilities
• Own complex software capabilities from design to production
• Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
• Integrate software from multiple departments, including firmware, software test and verification, Autonomy AI, and Ground Control Stations (GCS)
• Develop software systems to implement and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, sub-systems, and payloads
• Facilitate the design process for updates to the software system architecture
• Use modern software development tools and processes to capture existing architecture and design future architectures
• Collaborate to define and extend systems engineering processes
• Report status, risks, accomplishments, and expectations to senior leadership
• Design and implement systems capable of conducting tests across various environments, including virtualized hardware and hardware-in-the-loop simulations, to facilitate thorough evaluation of software functionality and performance
• Develop innovative tools to enhance the frequency and reliability of software deployment, test execution, and data analysis within a continuous integration and release system, fostering improved efficiency and productivity in software development workflows
• Create prototypes to validate critical design concepts and assess technical limitations, providing tangible evidence of feasibility and informing decision-making processes

Requirements

• Strong embedded software development experience in C/C++
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and modern C++ features
• Strong knowledge of embedded software, BSPs, or other systems software components
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and network protocols fundamentals
• Demonstrated track record of assuming ownership over development processes and features and delivering outstanding outcomes
• Experience producing high-quality technical documentation, including architecture, detailed designs, and test plans
• Proven track record of successfully shipping products, showcasing the ability to navigate through development cycles, overcome obstacles, and deliver high-quality solutions to meet project deadlines and exceed client expectations in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within software development projects, demonstrating initiative to propose and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall project success and X-Bat reliability
• B.S., M.S, PhD degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline, such as Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired

Nice to have:

• Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, within startup or R&D settings
• Proven experience in development of military aircrafts
• Compliance with DO-178C
• Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes
• Familiar with FPGA development using SystemVerilog
• Real Time Operating System (RTOS) experience

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment) for temporary employees

About the Company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.